Dallas Art Book Fair Returns to Dallas Contemporary for Its 5th Anniversary
The highly anticipated Dallas Art Book Fair (DABF) returns to Dallas Contemporary, reaffirming its place as the museum’s highest-attended program and a cornerstone of the city’s creative calendar. Voted “Best Market” by Dallas Observer’s readers, this annual two-day event—taking place March 21–22, 2026—is free to the public and brings together regional, national, and international artists, presses, publishers, galleries, and bookstores for an immersive celebration of print culture. New this year: a ticketed preview night and reception on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Applications for vendors open December 1 at 12:00 AM and close January 1 at 11:55 PM.
Now in its fifth year, DABF is supported by presenting sponsor The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation. This edition features programming partnerships with Dallas Poet Laureate Mag Gabbert, curator and writer Noah Simblist, an ancillary exhibition of works by Michael Corris, and a special presence from A24 celebrating their new book, Texas!.
Stay tuned for the 2026 vendor lineup and the return of DABF Satellite Programming, which extends the fair’s reach across the city—fostering collaboration, accessibility, and creative exchange within the Dallas arts community.
Distance From Key Points of Interest
- Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center: 1.66 miles
- Dallas Love Field Airport: 4.78 miles
- DFW International Airport: 14.82 miles
- AT&T Stadium: 15.98 miles
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